MC Lyte

MC Lyte (born Lana Michelle Moorer; October 11, 1970) is an American rapper who first gained fame in the late 1980s, becoming the first solo female rapper to release a full album with 1988's critically acclaimed Lyte as a Rock. She has long been considered one of hip-hop's pioneer feminists.

Early life

Lyte was born Lana Michelle Moorer in 1970. Raised in Brooklyn, Lyte began rhyming at the age of 12. One long-standing misconception is that Lyte is the younger sister of Milk D and DJ Giz, Audio Two.

Music

In 1987, when she was 17, Lyte began schooling other MCs in the art of rhyme; since that time, she has improved upon her musical prowess, with a total of ten albums released to her credit. In September of the following year, she released her first album, Lyte as a Rock, noted for such hits as "Paper Thin" and the battle rap "10% Dis", a response from then-Hurby Azor associate, Antoinette. Both rappers released battle records against each other. Lyte followed her debut with 1989's Eyes on This, which spawned the hits "Cha Cha Cha" and "Cappucino". Both albums were notable for Lyte's uncensored lyrical matter. She sweetened up a little on 1991's Act Like You Know, noted for its new jack swing sound and the hit single "Poor Georgie". Lyte's fourth album, 1993's Ain't No Other, became her first to reach gold status and was notable for her first top 40 pop hit, "Ruffneck". An inspiring 1993 classic anthem, "Ruffneck", was eventually nominated for a Grammy for Best Rap Single, and in fact, made MC Lyte the first female solo rapper ever nominated for a Grammy. She later went on to become a featured artist on hits by Janet Jackson and Brandy.

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Business Ghana 10 Apr 2025

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Tuscaloosanews.com 10 Apr 2025

The Mercedes-Benz Amphitheater's 2025 season opens this Friday, April 11, with stand-up comic Theo Von ... Also new for 2025. a cashless payment system ... 2025 concerts. April 11 ... Fresh, Slick Rick, MC Lyte, Big Daddy Kane, Treach, and EPMD, 6 p.m ... 1 ... 17 ...

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Tuscaloosanews.com 09 Apr 2025

MUSIC. THURSDAY. Memorial concert for Terry Moore. 7 p.m., Trinity United Methodist Church, 729 Paul Bryant Dr., Tuscaloosa ... FRIDAY ... Mr ... Fresh, Slick Rick, MC Lyte, Big Daddy Kane, Treach, and EPMD, Mercedes-Benz Amphitheater.Tickets go on sale at 10 a.m.

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Indianapolis Recorder 02 Apr 2025

MC Lyte with special guests DJ Lady Locs and Allison Victoria — $30. The Vogue will host hip hop and rap trailblazer MC Lyte for a one-night-only, 21+ performance, alongside is joined by DJ Lady Locs and Indy-based musician and emcee Allison Victoria.

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Tuscaloosanews.com 02 Apr 2025

MUSIC. THURSDAY. Robert Huffman and Mark Hughes Cobb. 6-9 p.m., no cover charge, The Sanctuary on 25th, 1710 25th Ave., Tuscaloosa ... Fresh, Slick Rick, MC Lyte, Big Daddy Kane, Treach, and EPMD, Mercedes-Benz Amphitheater.Tickets go on sale at 10 a.m ... OCT.

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Vibe Magazine 30 Mar 2025

These unforgettable features by women artists impacted the culture. By Preezy Brown Plus Icon Preezy Brown ... Follow ... With pioneers like MC Lyte, Queen Latifah, Monie Luv, Salt-N-Peppa, Yo-Yo, and others helping pave the way for the generations to come.

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The Los Angeles Times 27 Mar 2025

“First time I heard his tune,” says a grinning Verdine White, “I said, ‘OK, Lenny.’” “Shining Star” has been sampled by dozens of hip-hop acts, including MC Lyte and the Roots; in 2004, the Recording ...

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Montgomery Advertiser 26 Mar 2025

MUSIC. FRIDAY. Olga Zaitseva-Herz with the 603 Band ... SATURDAY. Bama Baroque ... The Stews ... WEDNESDAY. Rocket City Bones ... LOCAL EVENTS ... Sunday ... Fresh, Slick Rick, MC Lyte, Big Daddy Kane, Treach, and EPMD, Mercedes-Benz Amphitheater.Tickets go on sale at 10 a.m.

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Tuscaloosanews.com 25 Mar 2025

Fresh, Slick Rick, MC Lyte, Big Daddy Kane, Treach, and EPMD, will perform July 19 in Tuscaloosa at the Mercedes-Benz Amphitheater ... MC Lyte, born Lana Michele Moorer, cut the first full solo album by a female rapper, 1988's "Lyte as a Rock."

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